Gray

I raced home from work today, hoping to catch a little sunlight so that I could get some decent OOTD shots.  Unfortunately, I didn't make it in time.  About half way home, I realized I was missing the last of the good light.  Indoor/kitchen photos it is!  The sun set at 4:30pm.  Crazy, right?  Gotta love PNW winters!

This dress is one of my J. Crew Clearance Store finds (as is the belt).  I think this is my favorite item from my  latest clearance store run.  I will have to take better photos of it soon because these really don't do it justice.  It is beautifully cut and ever so cozy:)

Dress:  J. Crew Clearance Store
Cardigan:  J. Crew Jackie
Belt:  J. Crew Clearance Store
Necklace:  J. Crew
Tights:  J. Crew
Shoes:  Camper

Whirlwind

Phew, what a week!  I was down with a cold for the early part of the week, then I traveled to Indianapolis for work for a few days.  When I arrived back home on Friday evening, Ben and I started working on our house and we just now finished up.  We have had a lot of work done on our house recently (new roof, new heat pump/AC, insulation, new windows, etc.).  All of the 'big stuff' was complete, but we still had a lot of cosmetic stuff that needed to be resolved.  Our house was also in need of a deep cleaning.  Since we have an appraisal scheduled for tomorrow (we are not selling, just refinancing), it all had to be done this weekend.   At least it's done now and I can enjoy a very clean and  cozy house:)

This outfit is from last weekend.  I ordered this Orla Kiely scarf from Uniqulo after reading about the collaboration  over at Consume or Consumed.  Not sure how, but I was totally in the dark about Uniqulo  and this collaboration until Jess posted her reviews (thanks!).  I LOVE this scarf!  I also ordered a dress, but  I will certainly not be wearing it as a dress.  It is inappropriately short on me, but I think I can pull it off as a tunic:)  

Top:  J. Crew Clearance Store
Jeans:  AG
Coat:  Anthropologie Ruffled Trench Coat
Shoes:  Dansko
Scarf:  Orla Kiely via Uniqlo

Tiered Ruffles

Yes, I have already worn the sweater I purchased yesterday.  In my mind, that means it was a smart purchase.  If something sits in my closet unworn for more than a week or so, I know that I should probably consider returning it (unless of course, it is something so lovely that I'm saving it for a 'special occasion').  This sweater only had the chance to sit in my closet for a few hours!  After resting for a bit after my trip to anthropologie yesterday morning, Ben and I went out to grab a bite to eat and enjoy the afternoon.

Top:  J. Crew
Cardigan:  Anthropologie Tiered Ruffles Open Cardigan
Jeans:  Joe's via Anthropologie
Lace Socks:  Sock Dreams
Shoes:  Gee WaWa
Necklace:  Antrhopologie

Hope you are enjoying the weekend!

Anthropologie Black Friday Sale

Did any of you venture out to anthropologie this morning?  My curiosity got the best of me and I ended up at anthropologie at 6:00am this morning.  There were a few people in line when I got there, but it was nothing like last year.  It was a little more chaotic than normal, but it really wasn't bad. I did not have to wait in line for a fitting room.  I found a few things to try on, but the overall selection wasn't that great. I was really hoping to find an item or two that I have on my wishlist, but are no longer available online (like the devin henley or the lace and lines pullover), but no such luck.      

I ended up with only 1 clothing item.  This mustard cardigan is adorable!  It didn't look great on the hanger (or in the online photos for that matter), but once I tried it on, I loved it!  It was marked down to $50 + 25% off.   There was a little snag in the sweater, so I was able to get an additional 15% off as well. 

Tiered Ruffles Open Cardigan

I picked up a few other random item.  I'm always looking for cute pot holders, and I love the ruffle on these.    The lotion is lovely, and you can't go wrong with a sweet-smelling candle:) 

Spritely Jig Holders

Grown Under Glass lotion (in lavender)

Illume Spring Eden Candle

This sale was quite a disappointment compared to last years.  Honestly, I wish I had just stayed in bed.   Oh well - I'm happy with the few items I got, and I am now at home, in my PJs.  Nap time! 

If you ventured out to anthro this morning,or any other retailer, let me know how it went and what you scored! 

J. Crew Clearance Store

Happy Thanksgiving!  I hope you all have a wonderful day filled with people you love, delicious food, and lots of naps:)

I took a short trip to NC last week to visit my family.  I was able to see quite a few of my friends and family members - it was hectic, but a very nice trip nonetheless.  I flew back home on Sunday night and the first part of this week was crazy busy.  I am just now feeling like I can take a breath and relax a bit.  I am so very happy to have the next 4 days off work.

One of the highlights of my trip to NC was visiting the J. Crew clearance store.  I love this place!  My mom and nannie came along and we had a blast.  I ended up finding quite a few things this time (including a beautiful green purse, a gray wool dress, a couple of tops, and a jackie cardigan, of course!).  Here are a few pictures:

Cashmere heaven!

Here is my outfit from today (sorry for the blurry pics).  This black patent belt was a clearance store find.  I've already work it twice, so I would say it was a good purchase!

Dress:  Vintage (Billy Goat Vintage)
Cardigan:  J. Crew Jackie
Sweater coat:  J. Crew
Belt:  J. Crew Clearance Store
Tights:  Hue
Shoes:  Dansko